About Our Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors is comprised of lodging industry leaders from across the state. These elected individuals operate various types and sizes of properties, bringing their unique perspectives to the association. The Board of Directors meets quarterly to fulfill our mission and to ensure the policies of the organization are meeting the needs of its members.
Get Involved
Board Members are recruited by current WHLA leaders and elected at the WHLA Annual Meeting, as well as throughout the year if vacancies arise. The Nominations Committee recommends candidates to the Board for approval, emphasizing individuals with a combination of industry experience and demonstrated commitment to WHLA. For many directors, the first step to establishing this commitment is by joining Committees or Task Forces.
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE |
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Chair
Brandon McConnell, CHA
Arbor Lodging |
Chair-Elect
Jon Jossart
Ambassador Hotel & Ambassador Inn |
Vice Chair
Jay Schumerth
Hostmark Hospitality Group |
Secretary/Treasurer
Rory Madsen
Gordon Lodge |
Past Chair
Charlie Eggen
F & E Hospitality |
At-Large Delegate
John Chastan, CMP
Kalahari Resort |
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LODGING DIRECTORS |
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Sara Abbott
Metropolis Resort |
Ryan Batley
Best Western Premier Bridgewood Resort Hotel & Conference Center |
Tony Beer
Courtyard by Marriott Milwaukee Airport |
Pete Boese
Radisson Hotel La Crosse |
Amy Boston
Holiday Inn Convention Center Stevens Point |
Shawn Dortman
Lodge Kohler |
Gerry Gadke
Best Western Northwoods Lodge |
Kevin Gallagher
Marcus Hotels & Resorts |
Jason Hager, CHA
Tundra Lodge Resort & Waterpark |
Nick Johnson
First Hospitality Group |
Randy Kliment
Aileron Management |
Cory Latourell, CHA
Hotel Marshfield |
Missy LeBelle
High Point Inn |
Bob Patel
Quality Inn Janesville |
Mike Patel
MoveMent Hospitality |
Dan Schetter, CHA
Best Western Premier Waterfront Hotel & Convention Center |
Dave Sekeres
Lake Lawn Resort |
Amy Simchak, CHA
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Randee Talwar
Best Western West Towne Suites |
Sheryl Tharman
Red Crown Lodge |
Jonathan Webster
Geronimo Hospitality Group |
Todd Winkler
Wisco Hotel Group |
Aaron Wolf, CHA
Comfort Suites Green Bay |
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ASSOCIATE DIRECTORS |
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Mary Anne Ceraso-Alioto
Spectrum Enterprises |
Jay Jones
University of Wisconsin -Stout |
Dr. Lynea LaVoy
Madison College |
Brian Lee, APR
Revelation PR, Advertising & Social Media |
Wilson McDonald
Ecolab |
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EX-OFFICIO |
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President & CEO
Bill Elliott, CAE
Wisconsin Hotel & Lodging Association |
Student Director
Jameson Humber
Madison College / Madison Area Technical College |
Honorary Director
Steve Marcus
Marcus Corporation |
If you are interested in being considered for a position on the Board of Directors or would like to volunteer for an open committee or task force, please email service@wisconsinlodging.org.
